City Commission Meeting | August 3, 2026

The West Palm Beach City Commission held a meeting on August 3, 2026, where key procurement and development topics were discussed. The commission approved a first amendment to the convention center agreement involving multiple parties, including the City of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, to remove a provision requiring garage land to remain on the tax rolls, facilitating development of a second convention center hotel. The commission also unanimously approved a 30-year nonexclusive franchise ordinance granting Florida Public Utilities the right to sell and distribute natural gas in the city, updating fee structures and audit provisions to increase revenue and prevent future disputes. Additionally, the commission conducted a first reading and approved related resolutions for a major planned development amendment for an 18-story, 400-room hotel in the Convention Center district, including development regulations, site plans, and waivers. The project includes off-site parking arrangements, pedestrian safety improvements, and noise and light mitigation measures. Public comments addressed concerns about pedestrian safety, neighborhood impacts, and infrastructure. The meeting concluded with community announcements and encouragement for public participation in the upcoming budget process.